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We are recruiting for a Business Continuity Managerto initiate, implement and manage integrated Business Continuity Management (BCM) programs which are customised towards responding to major business disruption, continuing critical business functions within agreed timeframes, meeting the organisational risk objectives and achieving compliance to Link Group corporate policy.
The portfolio of work for the Business Continuity Managerincludes, but is not limited to, policy management, methodology and framework development, risk identification and assessment, managing Business Continuity rehearsals, IT Disaster Recovery tests and Crisis Management exercises, facilitating educational workshops and providing consultation to senior management and key stakeholders.
The role is based on a hybrid basis from either our central London office or city centre office in Leeds , so you need to be within a commutable distance of one of these locations.
- Enhancing and championing the Business Continuity Management (BCM) program, which includes Business Continuity, Crisis Management and IT Disaster Recovery
- Designing and implementing a customised BCM Framework and Methodology, including supporting templates and documentation
- Providing regular program status reports to Link Group Management, documenting, tracking completion and regularly reporting on actions arising out of the Emergency Communications, Business Continuity Planning and IT Disaster Recovery Plan tests and exercises
- Managing ‘real’ major disruption BCM events which are declared by the Link Group Crisis Management Team
- Ensuring emergency communication systems and protocols are accurately maintained
- Directing the annual Business Impact Analysis (BIAs) for all Link Group departments that are based in the region
- Directing the annual testing of Link Group BC plans and emergency communication systems
- Managing the process of updating all Link Group EMEA Business Continuity Plans and Link Disaster Recovery (DR) Plans at least annually, in alignment with BIAs and as significant operational changes or as a result of internal system changes
- Reviewing critical new and legacy vendors and business partners to determine the adequacy of their internal Business Continuity controls
- Designing educational workshops and providing consultation to senior management and key stakeholders, in addition to facilitating awareness and role specific training to colleagues and key personnel
- Maintaining relationships and affiliations with external BCM professional organisations, institutes and working groups to keep up to date with industry best standards
- Directing and reviewing BCM compliance and quality assurance, in line with the requirements under Link Group’s Risk Management framework, including OH&S, legislation, statues, regulations and policies
- 7+ years of progressive, demonstrable experience in Business Continuity Management
- Advanced working knowledge of relevant trends and information within the industry
- The ability to build, develop and maintain relationships with customers, understanding their needs, and providing them with an excellent service
- Flexibility, responsiveness, resilience and the ability to work to and meet tight deadlines whilst managing competing priorities
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence, persuade and develop strong working relationships both internally and externally to achieve favourable outcomes
- The ability to collaborate with other teams to achieve broader goals and objectives
- Strong commercial orientation, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills
- A certification from the Business Continuity Institute (BCI) or Disaster Recovery International (DRI) would be advantageous
- The ability to constantly and consistently work to improve processes and service which leads to the implementation of changes
About Link Group / Corporate Markets:
Link Group works in partnership internationally with almost 7,000 clients including asset managers and investors, business managers, asset owners, trustees, issuers and borrowers. We provide the infrastructure through which assets are secured or deployed in both regulated and unregulated markets.
We offer industry-leading shareholder services through Link Market Services to a wide range of corporates, issuers and business managers. We are the largest UK share registrar providing services to more than 1,300 companies large and small across the UK.
We administer share plans for over 200 clients and have worked on more than 50% of UK IPOs since 2005. Our unique place in the market, combined with our partnership and relationship management approach, enables us to play a vital role in connecting issuers with 5 million shareholders around the world.
- A competitive salary plus benefits
- 26 days annual leave, plus Bank Holidays and the ability to buy more, a wellbeing day and a volunteer day
- Company matched pension scheme, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay…and plenty more.
- The possibility of working from home, flexible working or working part-time options are available
- You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Link Group
- You’ll be joining a network of 7,000 experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple teams and countries. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that.
What we hope you’ll do next:
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We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at Link Group. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.
Our Corporate Markets division provides clients with a comprehensive corporate market offering that connects issuers to their stakeholders. Our uniquely integrated range of corporate markets capabilities includes shareholder management and analytics, stakeholder engagement, share and unit registry, and employee share plans. We also offer company secretarial support, as well as various specialist offerings such as insolvency solutions. We operate in twelve countries throughout Australasia, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, United Kingdom and Europe.
Our teams combine a wealth of industry experience with a rigorous focus on client management to deliver a premium service underpinned by market leading digital technology provided by our Technology division .
Link Group is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.
We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the Link Group journey and together we will achieve our full potential.
We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.
Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at Link Group. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.
